Chiburijima (Shimane): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Hiroshima
Chiburijima is a island in Chibu, Shimane Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Hiroshima, about 187 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 知夫里島 |
| Location | Chibu, Shimane Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Sakaiminato Station – about 55.1 km |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 187 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 267 km (straight line) |
| From Kyoto Station | about 272 km (straight line) |
| Interest among English readers | about 200 page views a month on English Wikipedia (12-month average) |
| Coordinates | 36.01667, 133.03333 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Sakaiminato Station, about 55.1 km away. The most convenient station can be a different one, so check a route planner before you go.
- Distances on this page are straight-line figures calculated from map coordinates. Real travel time depends on the route and transfers.
- Opening days, hours and prices change. Please confirm them on the official website before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (知夫里島) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Shoyo-ji Temple (Chibu) – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Amasashihikonomikoto Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Mt. Akahage – Mountain, about 2 km away
- Category:Shimazu Island – Island, about 3 km away
- Takuhi Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 6 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.